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aborally

|a-bor-al-ly|

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/əˈbɔːrəli/

(aboral)

away from the mouth

Base Form
aboral
Etymology
Etymology Information

'aborally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aboralis,' where 'ab-' meant 'away from' and 'oralis' meant 'pertaining to the mouth.'

Historical Evolution

'aboralis' transformed into the English word 'aboral,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aborally.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'away from the mouth,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a direction away from the mouth or oral region.

The sea star moves aborally when it extends its arms.

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Last updated: 2025/04/04 19:36